The globally popular Chinese animated film “Nezha” has attracted widespread attention. In the ancient Chinese mythological stories, deities wield various magical weapons; Nezha himself is known for his four great treasures: the Fire-tipped Spear, the Universe Ring, the Cosmic Wheels, and the Scarlet Sash. Modern technology have made these mythical treasures into visible reality of today.
The real-life technological artifact version of the mythical treasure in the play
Nezha’s Fire-tipped Spear
Nezha’s Fire-tipped Spear can continuously emit powerful and stable flames. With it, Nezha can fearlessly traverse any environment.
In reality, the core component of CNNC’s “Hualong One” reactor—the CF3 nuclear fuel element-releases enormous energy through nuclear fission reactions. This ultra-high energy density is extremely stable, akin to the ceaseless burning flame of the Fire-tipped Spear. The N36 zirconium-based alloy used in the cladding tube of the CF3 fuel element possesses excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and radiation stability.
Nezha’s Universe Ring
Nezha’s Universe Ring can capture dragons and bind tigers, or extend to become a weapon capable of splitting mountains and breaking waves.
In practice, China Railway Construction has developed a massive shield machine main bearing with a diameter of 8.61 meters, is a huge steel ring weighing 62 tons. The tremendous torque from its rotation can drive thousands of tons of shield machines through rock layers.
Nezha’s Scarlet Sash
Nezha’s Scarlet Sash can stretch and contract, wrapping around anything and binding enemies with immense strength.
In reality, China COSCO Shipping’s polyester ropes are flexible yet strong, made from high-strength polyester fibers woven with a wear-resistant outer layer. Just four such ropes can secure a 37,000-ton oil storage facility, the “Haikui No. 1,” firmly in place.
The UHMWPE fiber produced by Genertec Group is another example. A 10-millimeter diameter rope made from this material can lift 10 tons mass. When used in bulletproof vests, it can stop bullets within 0.03 seconds due to its unique properties.
Nezha’s Cosmic Wheels
Nezha’s Cosmic Wheels enable him to ride the wind and travel swiftly across vast distances.
In the modern context, CRRC’s CR450 high-speed train bogie serves as a contemporary version of the Cosmic Wheels. Capable of reaching speeds up to 400 kilometers per hour while maintaining stability, it relies on advanced dynamics optimization technology under complex conditions.
Ao Bing’s Dragon Scale Armor
Ao Bing’s Dragon Scale Armor, made from the hardest dragon scales, is both light and incredibly tough. Similarly, para-aramid materials developed by CNPC and Sinopec offer exceptional tensile strength and impact resistance. Para-aramid-made bulletproof vests weigh only about 7 to 9 kilograms.
Erlang Shen’s Celestial Hound
Nezha once subdued Erlang Shen’s Celestial Hound using the Scarlet Sash and the Universe Ring.
In today’s world, the Cyberpunk version of the Celestial Hound is embodied by the “Mechanical Wolf” from the Ordnance Equipment Group. Equipped with multiple LiDAR sensors and panoramic cameras, it can achieve precise targeting and effective strikes at a range of hundreds of meters.
Ao Bing’s Ice Hammer
Ao Bing’s Ice Hammer can gather seawater, form ice crystals, and release cold air.
Its real-world counterpart is the multi-agent combination truck from Xinxing Jihua Group.Featuring a 42-meter telescopic boom, it can accurately locate fire sources and discharge firefighting agents at a rate of up to 12,000 liters per minute, reaching distances of up to 90 meters.
